No. 18: Kirk Hinrich

Hinrich is a very deceptive player. He could be outstanding in some systems and a complete flop in others. It's hard to tell what the market is for him, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him flourish on a new team.

He is capable of scoring and defending very well, but inconsistency has plagued him his entire career.

*He's owed $17 million over the next 2 seasons. That could be a bargain or a burden, depending on what is expected of him.

No. 12: Zydrunas Ilgauskas - Don't Go Back to Cleveland!

He's the main financial cog in any deal Cleveland wants to do. But he could be so much more.

He has great touch for a big man and can really stretch the floor. He is also the rare 7-footer who actually makes free throws down the stretch.

The odds are he will immediately take a buyout after being traded, but in the 30 days he isn't in Cleveland, perhaps another contender wises up and makes a hard run at him, offering actual minutes and a starting job on a championship contender.

He is exactly what the Spurs need up front. They've been searching for someone to stick at center all year, and Big Z would be an excellent complement both to Tim Duncan and the driving abilities of Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili.

No. 11: Luis Scola

He's not the flashy guy, but he's the epitome of a champion. He also has an underrated offensive skill-set to go along with a lunch pail mentality.

He can knock down a mid-range jumper, has a reliable hook, and instantly provides toughness.

The Rockets have both him and Carl Landry in the final year of their contracts and probably won't keep them both with the other needs they have. They're not moving Landry, so Scola could be a "minor" deal which gives someone a major boost.

No. 9: Michael Beasley - Best Bargain

He has unlimited potential, but is yet to truly invest himself in the little things which separate good players from great players. He needs to play better in physical situations and buy into defense. Once he does, he'll be a perennial all star.

Realistically, the Heat have to move him if they hope to land a major player this week. He's an outstanding piece to build around, but needs a good coach and a disciplined team to reach his potential.

*He's owed $5 million next year with a team option for $6.3 million the year afterwards. Any GM who thinks that’s too much needs to be fired immediately.

No. 8: Kevin Martin - The Perfect Bull?

He's a pure shooter who in some ways is a poor man's Reggie Miller. He'd be higher on the list but he has injury concerns and clearly needs the ball in his hands often to be most effective.

He is a more talented Ben Gordon. The Bulls are finally playing some good basketball but have a major void they haven't filled since losing Gordon. They are looking to move Tyrus Thomas and Kirk Hinrich. The Kings like both of those players.

This makes a little too much sense not to get done.

*Martin is owed $36.1 million over the next 3 years. It's less than what the Bulls were looking at paying Ben Gordon, and Martin is a more efficient player.

No. 7: Devin Harris

It's baffling that his team has just four wins, but he is still a lightning-quick point guard who can run an offense.

With all the speedy point guards out west, he could be an asset on the defensive end. He always is near the top of the league in steals.

Portland and Memphis would be nice landing spots for him.

If the Lakers were smart, they'd make a serious run at him and fix the one glaring weakness on their roster.

*He's owed $26.8 million over the next 3 years. If you think about the potential 20 points, 8 assists, 3 steals production he can provide a quality team, its not a whole lot to pay your starting point guard.

No. 5: Monta Ellis - Great Scorer With Great Upside

On a team with actual structure and discipline, he could flourish into a nightmare for opposing coaches. He can score in every way possible and take a team missing a talented scorer to the next level.

Ideally he'd go to a team proficient in defense lacking a go-to scorer.

*He's owed $44 million in the next 4 years at a flat rate of $11 million each year. He's still very young and as he continues to mature and get better, the price for production decreases as the contract goes on.

No. 1: Brendan Haywood

He's a great all-around player with the rare combination of adept post play and a reliable outside shot. He is also a solid rebounder. He has great leadership skills and is yearning to play for a winner after being too loyal to the floundering Wizards.

He's a 20 point, 8-10 rebound guy night in and night out for a contender and doesn't consider himself the star attraction.

He can help any contender and fits in well with all the major players at the deadline who need help up front. And you won't have to give up major talent to get him; just look at what they took back for Caron Butler and Brendan Haywood.

*He is owed $28.5 million in the next 2 seasons. It's a deep price tag for next year, but after that he's an asset as an expiring contract.